519 West 121st Street, Manhattan, NY 10027
The 6-story, 34-unit building at 519 West 121st Street in Morningside Heights, owned by Diego Rivera, has documented several maintenance issues in recent years, with the most concerning being multiple complaints in 2024 regarding unsanitary conditions, including mold and pest problems, as well as flooring and door-related issues. During May 2024, the building experienced numerous emergency complaints related to flooring, doors, and plumbing fixtures that were subsequently addressed, though some inspections could not be completed due to access issues.
The building currently has open violations from October 2023 in apartment 4C, including defective carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, bathroom tub issues, and kitchen wall painting requirements. Significant safety-related concerns include the building's FISP Cycle 9A inspection report requirements, with active violations from 2022 despite penalties being imposed. However, the property has maintained a clean record in recent bedbug inspections from 2022-2024, showing no reported infestations during this period.
Regular rodent inspections have consistently passed from 2016 through 2025. The building's maintenance history shows ongoing attention to various issues, with multiple repairs and corrections being documented through 311 service requests and Housing Maintenance Code complaints. While the property has experienced maintenance challenges, particularly in 2024, the owner's responsiveness to address these issues is noted through multiple closed complaints, though some inspections remain uncompleted and certain violations persist.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 34 |
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Year built | 1926 |
Total area | 28668 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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